Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. North London Hospice Healthcare Assistant (Bank) The closing date is 15 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary North London Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our Inpatient Unit team. Working alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals, you will provide high-quality, person-centred palliative care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You will support patients with their personal care, comfort, dignity and wellbeing, while helping to ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients and their families. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team committed to delivering the best possible end of life care. Main duties of the job As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support the delivery of holistic palliative care by assisting patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration, and activities of daily living. You will monitor and record observations, maintain accurate patient records, report changes in patients' conditions, and assist with clinical procedures as delegated. The role also involves contributing to pressure area care, infection prevention and control, patient transfers and discharges, and providing compassionate support to families and carers. You will work closely with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. About us North London Hospice has been providing compassionate care and support to local people since 1984. As a registered charity, we are dedicated to helping patients with life-limiting illnesses achieve the best possible quality of life, while supporting their families and carers through challenging times. Our services extend across North London and include our Inpatient Unit, community and specialist palliative care services, outpatient and wellbeing programmes, and patient and family support services. We work alongside patients, families and healthcare professionals to deliver holistic, person-centred care that meets physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. At North London Hospice, our values guide everything we do: The best of life, at the end of life, for everyone. Details Date posted 01 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £14 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time Reference number NTX1240814 Job locations 47 Woodside Avenue London N12 8TT United Kingdom Jade Ward Edgware Community Hospital Burnt Oak Broadway Edgware HA8 0AD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Provide high-quality personal and clinical care in line with individual care plans. Assist patients with washing, dressing, mobility and nutritional needs. Record observations and report changes in patient condition promptly. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation. Support clinical procedures and safe patient care. Deliver compassionate support to patients, families and carers. Follow infection prevention, health and safety, and confidentiality requirements. Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide excellent palliative care. Job description Job responsibilities Provide high-quality personal and clinical care in line with individual care plans. Assist patients with washing, dressing, mobility and nutritional needs. Record observations and report changes in patient condition pro